Just a Sucker With Low Self-Esteem
Just a Sucker With Low Self-Esteem

Really Good Shares

Dave Holmes discusses his battle with self-doubt and staying decent in the cutthroat entertainment industry.

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Really Good Shares

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Really Good Shares is a recovery podcast – part interview show, part experimental storytelling collaboration. We talk about recovery from all kinds of things: car crashes, identity crises, drugs, alcohol, ego. Each episode features a Share from a guest about how they got by and musical accompaniment from legendary soul singer Swamp Dogg. Even if you’re not in recovery, these stories have something to teach. RGS is based on the recovery newsletter The Small Bow, which host A.J. Daulerio created after he got out of rehab and wanted to hear stories about sobriety, mental health, and spirituality that he couldn’t easily find on the internet. Most people equate recovery with redemption – the part where people who’ve quit drugs or alcohol then tell you how they did it and how good their lives are now – but RGS focuses less on the beginning and ending of rock bottoms, and more about the middle of the journey, making it through the woods. Join A.J. as he speaks with writers, entertainers, social workers, magazine editors, recovering addicts, recovering jerks – people – about how they made it through hard things and got better because of it. Maybe some of this will help you get better too.

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Dave Holmes: Staying Grounded in a Cutthroat Industry

“People with a low self-esteem will find each other got it even at the level that I was at.”

Ever wondered what it's like to land your dream job and still wrestle with self-doubt? Dave Holmes, former MTV VJ and host of 'Waiting for Impact', opens up about this very struggle on 'Really Good Shares'. In a candid chat with host A.J. Daulerio, Holmes shares his journey of navigating the highs and lows of the entertainment industry, a world that often rewards ruthless ambition over kindness.

Despite reaching the pinnacle of his career, Holmes found himself battling low self-esteem and the toxic culture around him. He delves into how he managed to stay decent and maintain emotional sobriety in an industry that doesn't always value those traits. This episode is a must-listen for anyone dealing with similar issues, offering a relatable perspective on maintaining mental health and authenticity in a high-pressure environment.

Holmes' story is a testament to the power of vulnerability and the importance of connecting with others who understand your struggles. Tune in to hear how he found meaning and purpose amidst the chaos.

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